James Swallow is a British thriller writer whose work spans across original series and major entertainment franchises, earning BAFTA recognition and multiple bestseller rankings. His output includes the hard-hitting Marc Dane spy thriller series, steampunk-tinged Sundowners westerns, and extensive tie-in novels set in universes from Star Trek to Warhammer 40,000. Beyond prose fiction, Swallow has built a substantial career in audio drama, video game writing, and short stories across dozens of licensed properties and anthologies.
The 2000 AD Audio series comprises 14 complete audio dramas published between 2002 and 2010, primarily featuring Judge Dredd adventures alongside one Strontium Dog entry. Written by various authors including David Bishop, Dave Stone, and Jonathan Clements, these stories should be read in publication order to follow the chronological release of the audio productions. Begin with Judge Dredd: Death Trap! and continue through to Judge Dredd Crime Chronicles to experience the full series.
Start with Judge Dredd: Death Trap!(By: David Bishop), the first of 14 books in the 2000 AD Audio series.
Start this series with Judge Dredd: Death Trap!(By: David Bishop)
The 24: Live Another Day series consists of two complete thriller novels published between 2014 and 2015. James Swallow wrote Deadline, the first installment, followed by Rogue by David Mack. These books should be read in publication order to experience the full narrative arc of this action-packed spy thriller series.
The Angels of Death series is a 27-book collection of action and adventure stories published starting in 2013, now complete. Each book was written by different authors and should be read in publication order to follow the narrative progression. The series spans from Bastions by Rob Sanders through its final entries, offering interconnected tales within a shared universe.
Start with Bastions(By: Rob Sanders), the first of 27 books in the Angels of Death series.
James Swallow's Anthologies series spans 12 complete books published between 2005 and 2017, with titles ranging from Something Changed through Mech. These collections should be read in publication order to experience Swallow's short fiction across mystery, thriller, and science fiction genres. The series showcases the author's versatility within action-driven narratives and speculative storytelling across varying themes and settings.
Start with Something Changed, the first of 12 books in the Anthologies series.
The Black Library Advent Calendar 2014 is a complete collection of 28 short stories and novellas published throughout 2014, featuring work from multiple authors within the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Stories should be read in publication order, beginning with A Son's Burden by Andy Smillie and progressing through the calendar year. The series includes contributions from established Black Library authors such as Dan Abnett, Chris Wraight, and Gav Thorpe, offering varied action-driven narratives set in the grimdark science fiction setting. This completed advent calendar series provides standalone entries that can be enjoyed individually or read sequentially for a year-long journey through the 40K universe.
Start with A Son's Burden(By: Andy Smillie), the first of 28 books in the Black Library Advent Calendar 2014 series.
Start this series with A Son's Burden(By: Andy Smillie)
The Black Library Celebration 2019 is a complete six-book collection published in 2019, featuring stories by multiple authors including Aaron Dembski-Bowden, Ian St. Martin, Guy Haley, John French, and Rachel Harrison. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Bringer of Sorrow and concluding with Trials. The series combines action, adventure, and thriller elements across its standalone entries.
Start with Bringer of Sorrow(By: Aaron Dembski-Bowden), the first of 6 books in the Black Library Celebration 2019 series.
Start this series with Bringer of Sorrow(By: Aaron Dembski-Bowden)
Blake's 7: The Early Years is a four-book prequel series set in the Blake's 7 universe, published between 2007 and 2009 and now complete. The series follows publication order, beginning with Traitor by Marc Platt and continuing through Liberator, Jenna: The Dust Run/The Trial by Simon Guerrier, and concluding with Zen: Escape Velocity. These novels explore the origins and early adventures of the characters before the events of the original Blake's 7 television series.
Start with Traitor(By: Marc Platt), the first of 4 books in the Blake's 7: The Early Years series.
The Blake's 7: The Liberator Chronicles is a complete audio drama series comprising 12 books published between 2012 and 2016, featuring stories set in the Blake's 7 universe. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Magnificent Four, False Positive and Wolf. Each installment contains multiple audio stories by various writers, with some titles featuring contributions from multiple authors like James Swallow, Simon Guerrier, Cavan Scott, and others. This collection expands the world and characters of the original science fiction series through interconnected narrative episodes.
Start with The Magnificent Four, False Positive and Wolf(By: Simon Guerrier,Eddie Robson,Nigel Fairs), the first of 12 books in the Blake's 7: The Liberator Chronicles series.
Start this series with The Magnificent Four, False Positive and Wolf(By: Simon Guerrier,Eddie Robson,Nigel Fairs)
The Blood Angels series is a complete science fiction collection of six books published between 2012 and 2015. Written by multiple authors including James Swallow, David Annandale, Mark Clapham, and Chris Wraight, the series should be read in publication order beginning with Eclipse of Hope. The final installment, The Blood of Angels, was published in 2015, concluding this action-packed sequence.
Start with Eclipse of Hope(By: David Annandale), the first of 6 books in the Blood Angels series.
Start this series with Eclipse of Hope(By: David Annandale)
The Cyberman series is a complete five-book science fiction collection published between 2005 and 2009. The first four entries were written by Nicholas Briggs, while James Swallow authored the concluding volume, Cyberman 2. Readers should follow the books in publication order to experience the story as intended, beginning with Cyberman: Conversion and progressing through Fear, Scorpius, and Telos before reaching the final installment.
Start with Cyberman: Conversion(By: Nicholas Briggs), the first of 5 books in the Cyberman series.
Start this series with Cyberman: Conversion(By: Nicholas Briggs)
The Dark Future series comprises eight complete novels published between 1990 and 2006, blending mystery, thriller, and action elements across a shared fictional universe. Written by multiple authors including Jack Yeovil, Stuart Moore, and Dave Stone, the series should be read in publication order beginning with Demon Download. The final installment, Reality Bites, concludes the series, which concluded in 2006.
Start with Demon Download(By: Jack Yeovil), the first of 8 books in the Dark Future series.
Start this series with Demon Download(By: Jack Yeovil)
This five-book series was published in 2013 and follows publication order. The complete collection includes Death's Deal, Enemy Aliens, Night of the Whisper, Shockwave, and The Time Machine, with contributions from multiple authors including James Swallow, Darren Jones, Alan Barnes, Cavan Scott, Mark Wright, and Matt Fitton. Begin with Death's Deal and read sequentially through all five installments to experience the full narrative arc of this mystery and action-driven series.
Start with Death's Deal(By: Darren Jones), the first of 5 books in the Destiny of the Doctor series.
Start this series with Death's Deal(By: Darren Jones)
James Swallow's Deus Ex Universe trilogy spans from 2011 to 2016 as a complete series that should be read in publication order. The three-book sequence consists of Deus Ex, Icarus Effect, and Black Light, blending mystery, thriller, and action-adventure elements within the established Deus Ex video game universe. This series provides narrative depth to the world of human augmentation and conspiracy that fans of the franchise will recognize.
Start with Deus Ex(By: Trevor Hairsine,Robbie Morrison) and read in order.
Start this series with Deus Ex(By: Trevor Hairsine,Robbie Morrison)
Doctor Who: Big Finish Monthly Adventures Audio Series
Likely Complete
277 books (1999–2021)
The Doctor Who: Big Finish Monthly Adventures Audio series comprises 272 audio dramas published between 1999 and 2021, featuring various writers including Mark Gatiss, Justin Richards, and Nicholas Briggs. This extensive collection should be read in publication order, beginning with Phantasmagoria and continuing through the complete run. The series is likely finished, offering fans a comprehensive archive of Doctor Who adventures across multiple decades. These monthly releases represent one of the longest-running licensed audio drama series based on the iconic science fiction franchise.
Start with Phantasmagoria(By: Mark Gatiss), the first of 272 books in the Doctor Who: Big Finish Monthly Adventures Audio series.
Start this series with Phantasmagoria(By: Mark Gatiss)
The Doctor Who: Legends series comprises eleven books published between 1982 and 2020, featuring stories centered on iconic characters from the long-running science fiction franchise. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Full Circle and concluding with The Wintertime Paradox / Visiting Hours. The collection includes standalone narratives focused on beloved characters like River Song, Ashildr, and Missy, as well as collaborative works exploring scientific concepts and reimagined fairy tales within the Doctor Who universe.
Start with Full Circle(By: Andrew Smith), the first of 11 books in the Doctor Who: Legends series.
Start this series with Full Circle(By: Andrew Smith)
The Doctor Who: Tenth Doctor Adventures is a 39-book series of licensed fiction featuring the Tenth Doctor from the television show, published between 2006 and 2023. Written by various authors including James Swallow, Stephen Cole, and Jacqueline Rayner, the series spans mystery, thriller, and science fiction genres. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with I Am a Dalek and continuing through the subsequent releases across nearly two decades.
Start with I Am a Dalek(By: Gareth Roberts), the first of 39 books in the Doctor Who: Tenth Doctor Adventures series.
Start this series with I Am a Dalek(By: Gareth Roberts)
The Doctor Who: The Companion Chronicles Audio series is a collection of 67 audio stories published between 2005 and 2022, featuring perspectives from the Doctor's companions across various eras of the long-running science fiction franchise. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Emperor of Eternity and concluding with the final entry in 2022. Written by multiple authors including Marc Platt, Jonathan Morris, and others, these stories expand on classic Doctor Who lore through the voices and experiences of those who traveled alongside the Doctor. The series appears to be complete as of its final release.
Start with The Emperor of Eternity(By: Nigel Robinson), the first of 67 books in the Doctor Who: The Companion Chronicles Audio series.
Start this series with The Emperor of Eternity(By: Nigel Robinson)
The Halo series consists of 16 books published between 2001 and 2025, with the saga still ongoing. These novels should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected storylines across the expansive Halo universe. The series features contributions from multiple authors including James Swallow, Eric Nylund, Karen Traviss, and others, blending action, adventure, and mystery elements throughout.
Start with The Fall of Reach(By: Eric Nylund), the first of 16 books in the Halo series.
Start this series with The Fall of Reach(By: Eric Nylund)
James Swallow's Judge Dredd Chronicles consists of two completed novels published in 2009, featuring the iconic lawman of a dystopian future. The series blends action and mystery elements and should be read in publication order, beginning with Judge Dredd Crime Chronicles: The Devil's Playground followed by Judge Dredd: Blood Will Tell. Both volumes explore dark crime narratives within the Judge Dredd universe.
Start with Judge Dredd Crime Chronicles: The Devil's Playground(By: Jonathan Clements) and read in order.
Start this series with Judge Dredd Crime Chronicles: The Devil's Playground(By: Jonathan Clements)
The Judge Dredd Comic series spans 19 novels published between 1993 and 2015, featuring contributions from multiple authors including James Swallow, David Bishop, Dave Stone, and Gordon Rennie. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Deathmasques and concluding with the final entry in 2015. The novels follow the various adventures and cases of Judge Dredd, the iconic law enforcement character from the 2000 AD comic universe.
Start with Deathmasques(By: Dave Stone), the first of 19 books in the Judge Dredd Comic series.
Start this series with Deathmasques(By: Dave Stone)
Lords of the Space Marines is a completed 19-book series published between 2013 and 2014, featuring standalone novellas focused on individual Space Marine commanders from the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Each book explores a different chapter leader or notable warrior, written by various authors including James Swallow, Andy Smillie, Chris Wraight, and others. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Astorath the Grim: Redeemer of the Lost and concluding with the final entries in the collection.
Start with Astorath the Grim: Redeemer of the Lost(By: Andy Smillie), the first of 19 books in the Lords of the Space Marines series.
Start this series with Astorath the Grim: Redeemer of the Lost(By: Andy Smillie)
James Swallow's Marc Dane series comprises seven action-thriller novels published between 2016 and 2021, following the character through Nomad, Exile, Ghost, Rough Air, Shadow, Rogue, and Outlaw. The series appears to be complete as of 2021. Readers should begin with Nomad and proceed through the books in publication order to experience the character's development across the full arc. Each novel builds on previous events and character growth, making sequential reading essential to fully appreciating the series.
Start with Nomad, the first of 7 books in the Marc Dane series.
The Professor Bernice Summerfield Anthologies is a complete 12-book series published between 2002 and 2018, featuring various authors including Justin Richards, Paul Cornell, and Simon Guerrier. These books should be read in publication order to follow the character's development across adventure, mystery, and science fiction narratives. The series spans multiple anthology collections and original novels that explore different aspects of the professor's life and experiences. Begin with A Life of Surprises and continue through Present Danger to experience the full arc of this character-driven series.
Start with A Life of Surprises(By: Justin Richards), the first of 12 books in the Professor Bernice Summerfield Anthologies series.
Start this series with A Life of Surprises(By: Justin Richards)
The Rogue Trooper series spans eleven books published between 1993 and 2013, following a complete story arc across multiple authors including James Swallow, Dave Gibbons, Gordon Rennie, and Gerry Finley-Day. These action and adventure novels blend science fiction with thriller elements and should be read in publication order beginning with War Machine. The series concludes with Tales of Nu Earth 2, offering fans a finished narrative without ongoing installments.
Start with War Machine(By: Dave Gibbons), the first of 11 books in the Rogue Trooper series.
Start this series with War Machine(By: Dave Gibbons)
James Swallow's Space: 1999 series comprises two books published between 2023 and 2024, with more installments planned. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Space: 1999 Maybe There – The Lost Stories From Space: 1999, followed by Space 1999: The Armageddon Engine. These action-adventure novels blend mystery and thriller elements within the Space: 1999 universe.
Start with Space: 1999 Maybe There – The Lost Stories From Space: 1999(By: Gerry Anderson,David Hirsch,Robert Wood) and read in order.
Start this series with Space: 1999 Maybe There – The Lost Stories From Space: 1999(By: Gerry Anderson,David Hirsch,Robert Wood)
James Swallow has written four standalone novels across two decades, from The Butterfly Effect in 2003 through Dark Horizon in 2023, spanning mystery, thriller, and action genres. Each book operates as an independent story rather than a connected narrative, so readers can approach them in any order, though publication sequence is recommended for experiencing Swallow's evolving style. The series appears to be complete as of 2023.
Start with The Butterfly Effect, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
The Star Trek: Coda trilogy is a three-book science fiction series that concludes a major storyline in the Star Trek literary universe. Published in 2021, the series should be read in publication order, beginning with Moments Asunder by Dayton Ward, followed by Oblivion's Gate by David Mack, and concluding with The Ashes of Tomorrow. The trilogy appears to be complete as a standalone narrative arc.
Start with Moments Asunder(By: Dayton Ward) and read in order.
Start this series with Moments Asunder(By: Dayton Ward)
The Terok Nor trilogy is a complete three-book series set in the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine universe, published between 2008 and its conclusion that same year. Written primarily by James Swallow with contributions from S.D. Perry, this action-driven series should be read in publication order beginning with Dawn of the Eagles. The interconnected narrative follows the events surrounding the station known as Terok Nor across these three volumes of mystery and adventure.
Start with Dawn of the Eagles(By: S.D. Perry) and read in order.
Start this series with Dawn of the Eagles(By: S.D. Perry)
The Star Trek: Discovery novel series comprises nine books published between 2017 and 2023, following the events of the television show. Written by various authors including James Swallow, David Mack, Dayton Ward, and others, these books should be read in publication order to experience the interconnected stories. The series appears to be complete, offering readers a selection of adventures set within the Discovery universe.
Start with Desperate Hours(By: David Mack), the first of 9 books in the Star Trek: Discovery series.
Start this series with Desperate Hours(By: David Mack)
The Star Trek: Picard novel series comprises eight books published between 2020 and 2026, with new entries still forthcoming. These books should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected storylines. The series includes contributions from multiple authors including James Swallow, Una McCormack, John Jackson Miller, Kirsten Beyer, David Mack, and Dayton Ward, blending mystery, thriller, and action elements within the Star Trek universe.
Start with The Last Best Hope(By: Una McCormack), the first of 8 books in the Star Trek: Picard series.
Start this series with The Last Best Hope(By: Una McCormack)
The Star Trek: Strange New Worlds series comprises four books released between 2023 and 2025, with the final installment forthcoming. These novels should be read in publication order, beginning with The High Country by John Jackson Miller, followed by Asylum by Una McCormack, Ring of Fire by David Mack, and concluding with Toward the Night. The series is ongoing and explores mystery, thriller, and action-adventure elements within the Star Trek universe.
Start with The High Country(By: John Jackson Miller), the first of 4 books in the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds series.
Start this series with The High Country(By: John Jackson Miller)
The Star Trek: TOS series encompasses 61 novels published between 1982 and 2013, written by various authors including James Swallow and many others, following the adventures of the original Enterprise crew. This complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Abode of Life and continuing through titles like The Prometheus Design, Black Fire, and The Wounded Sky. The novels span mystery, thriller, and action-adventure storytelling within the Star Trek universe across three decades of publication.
Start with The Abode of Life(By: Lee Correy), the first of 61 books in the Star Trek: TOS series.
Start this series with The Abode of Life(By: Lee Correy)
The Star Trek: TOS Original series encompasses 112 novels spanning from 1981 to 2025, following the adventures of the USS Enterprise and its crew across multiple eras and storylines. This ongoing series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Entropy Effect and continuing through its extensive catalog of interconnected tales. The novels are written by various authors including Vonda N. McIntyre, Diane Duane, A.C. Crispin, and many others, offering diverse perspectives on the iconic Star Trek universe.
Start with Entropy Effect(By: Vonda N. McIntyre,Leonard Nimoy,George Takei), the first of 112 books in the Star Trek: TOS (Original) series.
Start this series with Entropy Effect(By: Vonda N. McIntyre,Leonard Nimoy,George Takei)
The Star Trek: The Next Generation Original series spans 35 novels published between 1989 and 2021, following the crew of the USS Enterprise-D through various adventures and challenges. Though multiple authors contributed to this collection, including Michael Jan Friedman, Peter David, Diane Duane, and others, the books should be read in publication order to experience the narrative as originally presented. The series appears to be complete, with A Call to Darkness serving as the opening entry and subsequent volumes building on earlier storylines and character development.
Start with A Call to Darkness(By: Michael Jan Friedman), the first of 35 books in the Star Trek: The Next Generation (Original) series.
Start this series with A Call to Darkness(By: Michael Jan Friedman)
The Star Trek: The Next Generation Relaunch series comprises twelve novels written by various authors, beginning with Death in Winter in 2005 and continuing through 2024 as an ongoing collection. These books should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected storylines that develop across the sequence. The series spans multiple genres including mystery, thriller, and action-adventure, with James Swallow serving as a primary contributor alongside other established science fiction writers.
Start with Death in Winter(By: Michael Jan Friedman), the first of 12 books in the Star Trek: The Next Generation (Relaunch) series.
Start this series with Death in Winter(By: Michael Jan Friedman)
Star Trek: The Next: Generation Myriad Universes Series
Complete
3 books (2008–2010)
The Star Trek: The Next Generation Myriad Universes trilogy spans 2008 to 2010 as a complete series featuring alternate reality stories set in the Next Generation universe. This three-book collection should be read in publication order, beginning with Echoes and Refractions and concluding with Shattered Light. Each installment explores different timelines and what-if scenarios through contributions from multiple authors, offering diverse perspectives on the familiar Star Trek setting.
Start with Echoes and Refractions(By: Chris Roberson,Keith R.A. DeCandido,Geoff Trowbridge) and read in order.
Start this series with Echoes and Refractions(By: Chris Roberson,Keith R.A. DeCandido,Geoff Trowbridge)
The Star Trek: Titan series consists of ten complete novels published between 2005 and 2017, following the adventures of Captain William Riker and the crew of the USS Titan. This space exploration and action series should be read in publication order, beginning with Taking Wing and concluding with Fortune of War. The installments were written by multiple authors including James Swallow, Andy Mangels, Michael A. Martin, Christopher L. Bennett, and others, each contributing to this ongoing narrative set in the Star Trek universe.
Start with Taking Wing(By: Andy Mangels,Michael A. Martin), the first of 10 books in the Star Trek: Titan series.
Start this series with Taking Wing(By: Andy Mangels,Michael A. Martin)
The Typhon Pact series comprises 13 Star Trek novels published between 2010 and 2014, following a complete story arc across multiple authors including Michael A. Martin, David Mack, Dayton Ward, David R. George III, Una McCormack, and Christopher L. Bennett. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Seize the Fire, to properly follow the interconnected narrative that unfolds across the series. The sequence concludes with The Fall: Peaceable Kingdoms and represents a finished storyline with no additional planned installments.
Start with Seize the Fire(By: Michael A. Martin), the first of 13 books in the Star Trek: Typhon Pact series.
Start this series with Seize the Fire(By: Michael A. Martin)
The Stargate Atlantis novel series comprises 25 books published between 2005 and 2020, written by multiple authors including James Swallow, Sally Malcolm, Martha Wells, and others. The series is complete and should be read in publication order to follow the interconnected storylines. These adventure and action-focused novels expand the universe of the Stargate Atlantis television series with original stories and characters.
Start with Flipside(By: Sally Malcolm), the first of 25 books in the Stargate Atlantis series.
Start this series with Flipside(By: Sally Malcolm)
The Stargate Big Finish Audio series comprises twelve audiobook adventures published between 2008 and 2012, featuring stories set in the Stargate universe across both the original series and Atlantis spin-off. Written by multiple authors including James Swallow, Sally Malcolm, and Sharon Gosling, these complete audio dramas should be read in publication order to experience the full narrative arc. The series blends action, adventure, and mystery elements across its interconnected stories that expand the Stargate mythology through original audio productions.
Start with A Necessary Evil(By: Sharon Gosling), the first of 12 books in the Stargate Big Finish Audio series.
Start this series with A Necessary Evil(By: Sharon Gosling)
The Stargate SG-1 novelization series comprises 34 books published between 2004 and 2020, featuring contributions from multiple authors including James Swallow, Sally Malcolm, Karen Miller, and others. The series is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Sacrifice Moon and continuing through the final entries. These action-adventure novels expand the universe of the Stargate SG-1 television franchise with original stories and expanded narratives.
Start with Sacrifice Moon(By: Julie Fortune), the first of 34 books in the Stargate SG-1 series.
Start this series with Sacrifice Moon(By: Julie Fortune)
The Sundowners is a complete four-book action thriller series by James Swallow published in 2001. Read in publication order beginning with Ghost Town, followed by Iron Dragon, Showdown, and Underworld. Each entry should be approached sequentially to experience the full narrative arc of this mystery and adventure series.
Start with Ghost Town, the first of 4 books in the Sundowners series.
The Horus Heresy is an extensive ongoing series spanning 219 books published from 2004 to 2025, with multiple authors contributing to the saga. These books should be read in publication order to follow the narrative as intended by the creators. The series blends action and adventure with darker thematic elements across its massive catalog of interconnected stories.
Start with Visions of War(By: Alan Merrett), the first of 219 books in the The Horus Heresy series.
Start this series with Visions of War(By: Alan Merrett)
The Horus Heresy Primarchs is a 32-book science fiction series published between 2016 and 2022, with contributions from multiple authors including James Swallow, Guy Haley, Chris Wraight, and others. The series is likely complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Roboute Guilliman: Lord of Ultramar. Each volume focuses on a different primarch character, exploring their individual stories and backgrounds within the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
Start with Roboute Guilliman: Lord of Ultramar(By: David Annandale), the first of 32 books in the The Horus Heresy Primarchs series.
Start this series with Roboute Guilliman: Lord of Ultramar(By: David Annandale)
The Siege of Terra is an ongoing 14-book series published between 2020 and 2026, with multiple authors contributing to this shared universe narrative. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Sons of the Selenar by Graham McNeill and progressing through works by John French, Gav Thorpe, Guy Haley, Aaron Dembski-Bowden, Dan Abnett, and Chris Wraight. The series remains in progress, with recent additions including the three-volume The End and the Death by Dan Abnett and upcoming titles such as Flames of Betrayal and The Shattered and the Soulless.
Start with Sons of the Selenar(By: Graham McNeill), the first of 14 books in the The Siege of Terra series.
Start this series with Sons of the Selenar(By: Graham McNeill)
The Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell series comprises nine novels published between 2004 and 2023, with James Swallow contributing to the later entries alongside earlier authors David Michaels and Peter Telep. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Splinter Cell. These action-thriller novels expand the world of the popular video game franchise with original stories and missions.
Start with Splinter Cell(By: David Michaels), the first of 9 books in the Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell series.
Start this series with Splinter Cell(By: David Michaels)
The Warhammer 40,000 series spans 243 books published from 1980 through 2026 and remains ongoing. This expansive science fiction universe should be read in publication order, beginning with Deathwing and progressing through countless interconnected stories by multiple authors including James Swallow, Graham McNeill, Dan Abnett, and many others. The series encompasses action-adventure narratives set in a dystopian far future and includes mystery and thriller elements woven throughout its grimdark setting.
Start with Deathwing(By: Charles Stross,Dan Abnett,Ian Watson,Storm Constantine,Gav Thorpe,William King,Graham McNeill,Neil Jones,David Pringle,Neil McIntosh), the first of 243 books in the Warhammer 40,000 series.
Start this series with Deathwing(By: Charles Stross,Dan Abnett,Ian Watson,Storm Constantine,Gav Thorpe,William King,Graham McNeill,Neil Jones,David Pringle,Neil McIntosh)
Dark Imperium(By: Gav Thorpe,William King,Simon Jowett,Matthew Farrer,Ben Counter,Barrington J. Bayley,Marc Gascoigne,Andy Chambers,Robert Earl,Neil Rutledge)
Let the Galaxy Burn(By: Dan Abnett,Gav Thorpe,William King,Graham McNeill,Christian Z. Dunn,Ben Counter,Marc Gascoigne,Mark Brendan,Jonahan Curran,C.S. Goto,Andras Millward,Neil Rutledge)
Tales from the Dark Millennium(By: Dan Abnett,Mike Lee,Graham McNeill,Christian Z. Dunn,Steve Parker,Marc Gascoigne,Matt Keefe,C.S. Goto,Darren-Jon Ashmore)
The Hammer and the Eagle: Icons of Warhammer(By: Dan Abnett,David Annandale,Gav Thorpe,Graham McNeill,Aaron Dembski-Bowden,Nick Kyme,Sandy Mitchell,Joshua Reynolds,Danie Ware,Guy Haley,Chris Wraight,David Guymer,Andy Clark,C.L. Werner,Justin D. Hill,Rachel Harrison,John French,Nick Horth)
James Swallow's Blood Angels series comprises four complete novels published between 2004 and 2010, following the Space Marines of the Blood Angels Chapter within the Warhammer 40,000 universe. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Deus Encarmine and continuing through Deus Sanguinius, Red Fury, and concluding with Black Tide. These action-packed military science fiction novels blend combat and mystery as they explore the struggles and heroic deeds of the Blood Angels across multiple campaigns.
Start with Deus Encarmine, the first of 4 books in the Warhammer 40,000: Blood Angels series.
James Swallow's Warhammer 40,000: Sisters of Battle series comprises four completed novels published between 2006 and 2020. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with Faith and Fire, followed by Hammer and Anvil, Corsair: The Face of the Void, and Red & Black. This action-driven series combines mystery and thriller elements within the grimdark science fiction setting of the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
Start with Faith and Fire, the first of 4 books in the Warhammer 40,000: Sisters of Battle series.
The Watch Dogs: Legion series consists of four action and thriller novels published between 2020 and 2023, appearing to be complete. These books should be read in publication order, beginning with Day Zero by James Swallow and Joshua Reynolds, followed by Daybreak Legacy by Stewart Hotston, Stars & Stripes by Stewart Hotston and Sean Grigsby, and concluding with Cold Reboot by Robbie MacNiven. The series expands on the video game universe with interconnected narratives exploring themes of mystery, action, and contemporary intrigue.
Start with Day Zero(With: Joshua Reynolds), the first of 4 books in the Watch Dogs: Legion series.
Start this series with Day Zero(With: Joshua Reynolds)
James Swallow has written 1515 books across 54 series. Their published works span from 1980 to 2027.
What is the first book in each James Swallow series?
Here are the first books in James Swallow's series: 2000 AD Audio: Judge Dredd: Death Trap!(By: David Bishop); 24: Live Another Day: Deadline; Angels of Death: Bastions(By: Rob Sanders); Anthologies: Something Changed; Black Library Advent Calendar 2014: A Son's Burden(By: Andy Smillie).
What order should I read James Swallow's books?
We recommend reading James Swallow's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is James Swallow still writing new books?
Yes, James Swallow has 9 ongoing series: Halo, Space: 1999, Star Trek: Picard, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Star Trek: TOS (Original) and 4 more.
